28 Tax Write-Offs for Moving & Hauling Companies

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When moving and hauling large amounts of stuff, you know that balance is the key to success. But too often, movers don’t take balance into account when doing their taxes.

That’s why we’ve made it easy for you. By claiming the write-offs best suited to movers and haulers, you can take the load off your tax bill, and fit even more earnings into your home. After all, why move more money to the IRS than you have to? Just remember to lift all those extra savings with your legs, not your back!

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Productivity software
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 18

Software you use for invoicing, tracking expenses, creating timesheets, and so on is deductible.

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Productivity apps
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Any work-related apps, including for navigation and taxes (like Keeper!) can be written off.

Protective gear
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 22

Write off the protective gear, like goggles and gloves, you wear while performing electrical work.

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Moving truck or van
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 13

Without a moving vehicle, it'd be impossible to do your job. If you own your truck or van, you can depreciate it on your taxes.

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Moving equipment
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 22

Hand trucks, straps, padding, and anything else you might find in the Uline catalog — including duct tape. These tools and supplies help you do your job, so they're tax-deductible.

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Advertising
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 8

Print and online advertising costs for your business are considered write-offs.

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Website & hosting fees
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 8

Squarespace, Wix, GoDaddy, and other website service fees are fully tax-deductible.

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Equipment repairs
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 21

Any maintenance or repairs needed for your equipment to operate are fully deductible

Movers' insurance
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 15

From cargo coverage to Full Value Protection and Released Value Protection if you haul client belongings between states, you need to pay to protect your business — and yourself. Write off those expenses.

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Employee wages
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 26

Does your business have a staff that you pay on W-2? Their wages count as a write-off.

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Employee benefits
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 14

If you have employees, you'll spend money to take care of them with health insurance and other benefits. Write off what you pay for these programs.

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Contracted help
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 11

Freelancers, contractors, or other services that help you run your business are tax-deductible.

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If you drive for work ...

If you use your car to move yourself from Point A to B for work purposes, like driving to the junkyard or meeting with a client, you can write off some of your car expenses.

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Parking
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Parking for a meeting downtown, or any other work trip, is tax-deductible!

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Tolls
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!

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Car purchase & depreciation
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 13

If you buy a new car, you can write off part of the cost every year for five years.

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Vehicle tool kit
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 22

Flashlights, tire iron, duct tape, and other tools you may need in your vehicle are deductible.

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Car insurance & registration
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 15

Car insurance monthly fees, registration, even roadside assistance are partially deductible.

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Car maintenance
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 9

Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.

If you discuss work at a restaurant ...

When you go to a restaurant with a fellow mover, truck dealer, waste manager, or even friend, you can write off the cost as long the conversation centers around work.

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Business meals
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24b

If you discuss work with a coworker, mentor, client, or prospective client, it's a write-off!

If you leave town for work ...

Business trips, such as out-of-town industry conferences or client meetings, also count as tax deductions.

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Transportation
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.

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Travel lodging
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

When you travel for work, lodging expenses such as hotel rooms or Airbnb are write offs.

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Meals while traveling
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!

If you work from home ...

When you're not on the move, you may work from a dedicated spot in your home — taking care of things like scheduling, virtual meetings, or marketing your hauling business.If this is the case, go ahead and write off your home office expenses.

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Home office furniture
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 18

A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write-offs.

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Property repairs
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 21

You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.

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Power bill
Write it off using:

Form 8829

Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.

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Property insurance
Write it off using:

Form 8829

Whether it's rental or homeowners insurance, you can write off a portion through your home office deduction.

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Water bill
Write it off using:

Form 8829

It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.

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Wi-Fi bill
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 25

Your Comcast bill is a tax write-off. You need internet to do your job!